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Urgent Search for Missing Elderly Man in Plantation, Police and Community Mobilize

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Published on November 11, 2025
Urgent Search for Missing Elderly Man in Plantation, Police and Community MobilizeSource: Instagram/plantationpolice

Community members and local authorities in Plantation are stepping up their efforts to locate an elderly man, Douglas Macleay, who has been reported missing since yesterday morning. According to a report from WSVN, Macleay, aged 74, was last seen around 11:00 a.m. at 200 Northwest 82nd Avenue.

Macleay is described as a white male, around 6 feet tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Familiar to the neighborhood, he was last sighted driving a gray Toyota Camry, bearing a Florida tag "ILPJ59." In light of these circumstances, a Silver Alert has been activated to assist in his safe recovery. Further details shared on an Instagram post highlight his attire, which included beige cargo shorts, a maroon polo shirt, and sunglasses.

The Plantation Police Department is leading the search and has called upon the public to aid in locating Macleay, highlighting the possibility that he may be confused. Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward and contribute any details that could lead to finding Macleay.

Community members who might have seen Macleay or have any information that could help are urged to reach out immediately. If Macleay is spotted, the public is advised to call 911 without delay. 

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